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SMS Family Newsletter – May 29, 2025🌻

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SMS Family Newsletter – May 29, 2025 🌻
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Congratulations to our 8th grade students who will be attending the following high schools in the Fall:

Ryleigh Boykin – Merion Mercy Academy
Erin Carmody – Merion Mercy Academy
Elizabeth Constantine – Lower Merion High School
Nicholas DiRico – LaSalle College High School
Thomas Fitzgerald – LaSalle College High School
McKenzie Forbes – Archbishop Carroll
Joseph Habich – LaSalle College High School
Kailie Hennelly – Merion Mercy Academy
Cameron Hilferty – LaSalle College High School
Violet Lazur – Merion Mercy Academy
Analise McGann – Sacred Heart
Matthew McLaughlin – Lower Merion High School
David Memar – LaSalle College High School
Beatrice O’Connell – Penn Charter
Brendan O’Connell – LaSalle College High School
Kara Quillinan – Merion Mercy Academy
Lillie Schaffer – Merion Mercy Academy
Christian Shaw – LaSalle College High School
Isabel Tefera – Lower Merion High School
Daniel Winward – Lower Merion High School

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  • Thursday, May 29 & Friday, May 30- Middle School Science Fair

  • Friday, May 30 – Mother/Son Bowling

  • Sunday, June 1- 8th Grade Class Mass

  • Monday, June 2 – Exams

  • Tuesday, June 3 – Exams- Last day for Chess Club

  • Wednesday, June 4- Exams -Preschool Closing Ceremony at 9:00 am in the Church

  • Thursday, June 5th – PreK-4 Closing Ceremony at 9:00 am in the Gym

  • Friday, June 6 – Last Day for Exams – Kindergarten Closing Ceremony at 10:30 AM in the Gym – Clap out for Gr 8 – Last day of CARES

  • Monday, June 9th – 8th Grade Trip to Hershey Park – Early Dismissal (12PM) for Grades 1-7 

  • Tuesday, June 10th – Field Day for Grades 1-7 with Early Dismissal (12PM)

  • Wednesday, June 11th –  Early Dismissal for Grades 1-7 – 6:30 PM 8th Graduation Mass 

  • Thursday, June 12 – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL THURSDAY, JUNE 12 – End of School Mass at 8:45AM –  Early Dismissal at 10:30AM (Phil and Lower Merion buses available)

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Our annual Field Day will be on Tuesday, June 10th for students in Grades 1-7. Mr Mortiz, SMS PE Teacher, will be coordinating all the games at Narberth Park. Students will receive a team t-shirt Students will report at regular time and be dismissed from the cafeteria at 11:45

There is a Field Day sign-up form in Today’s Family Envelope. Please fill it out and return back next week so we can have a headcount. 

In addition, we are looking for volunteers to help for Field Day. Please email HSA at hsa@smsnarberth.org if you have all your clearances and are able to help on Field Day.

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As the school year draws to a close, we would like to take this opportunity to thank our talented and dedicated Faculty & Staff. Our annual “Teacher Gift Program” is designed to recognize teacher and staff dedication and service.  We recognize that our teachers are the heart of our school and we would like to give you an opportunity to show your appreciation.  

We encourage you to choose an appropriate family contribution that demonstrates your appreciation for the faculty/staff’s commitment to St. Margaret School and Catholic education.  Please click the button below to make a donation online or send your gift to school in the envelope provided last Thursday. 
Click here to make an online donation for the Faculty & Staff End of Year Gift Fund

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Mother & Son Bowling is tomorrow evening, May 30th from 6 to 8PM at Wynnewood Lanes. This is a fun event for all the moms (or a special guest) and their sons. If you have not yet signed up but would like to come, please email Mrs. D ASAP.

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All students, parents, families and friends are invited to attend the Science Fair this evening. Students in grades 6-8 have worked very hard and are excited to present their Science Fair Projects.

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We want to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to fill out this short survey. This survey will help us understand what you value most about St. Margaret School and where we can continue to improve. Your responses will not be linked to your name or email.

The Board will review the results to guide our planning and decision-making for the school’s future. Your voice plays an important role in helping us strengthen our school community.

Thank you for your time! We value your suggestions.
Click HERE to fill out the survey.

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Would you like to take advantage of the SCRIP program to get money back towards tuition, extended day and CARES but are not sure how? Click the image above to view a short video with a tutorial on how to use the RaiseRight app to order SCRIP gift cards.

SCRIP will be available throughout the summer! You can start earning money back towards tuition for the 2025-2026 school year by purchasing gift cards! Please contact our SCRIP coordinator at

scrip@smsnarberth.org with any questions.

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Enrollment for 2025-26
All families have received a request to open an enrollment account in FACTS at factsmgt.com. FACTS is replacing BLACKBAUD and Option C for all communications and billing at St. Margaret School. 

Thank you to all those who have already completed this process. If you have not yet done so, please complete registration ASAP. Please complete the parent portion ASAP. If you have any questions, please contact Anne Becker at admissions@smsnarberth.org or Donna Magee at busmgr@saintmarg.org.

Scholarships and Grants through BLOCS and the Catholic Foundation

Click the link below to learn more about grants and financial aid at St. Margaret School. All forms must be submitted and approved by June 5 in order to be considered in the first round of awards.  

Click here to learn more about Scholarships & Grants

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SMS is looking to fill the following position. If you know someone who may be interested, please contact Mrs. D 610-664-2640 Ext. 3 or email office@smsnarberth.org

Custodian: St. Margaret School is hiring for a full-time custodial worker. Light lifting is involved and clearances are required. This position involves duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash receptacle, cleaning restrooms, windows, and other surfaces.

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PLEASE NOTE IMPORTANT BUSING INFORMATION
FOR NEXT YEAR 2025-2026: 

LOWER MERION BUSING IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Lower Merion Families with students taking the bus in September are required to submit an Act 372 form to the Transportation Department annually. Please fill this out before the end of the school year.

This form is to be submitted online at the button below.

**Please note your child WILL NOT be scheduled for transportation if a completed form is not submitted to the Lower Merion School District Transportation Department** Please do not wait until the last minute to fill out this form online. 

OTHER DISTRICT BUSING INFORMATION:
 if you would like to add your child on the Philadelphia bus, Upper Darby, Haverford, Southeast Delco and/or William Penn, please contact Mrs. D asap office@smsnarberth.org before the last day of school. (Please note that your family must meet the eligibility criteria for bus service (e.g., Kindergarten students are not eligible to take the Philadelphia bus).
If you have a child that you would like to sign up for bus transportation for the first time, please contact Mrs D by the last day of school. (Reminder, Philadelphia bus begins with students in first grade )
ACT 372 Form for Lower Merion Buses

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A Reminder about picking up medication from the Office for the Summer

Any remaining medication for your child must be picked up from the Office by the last day of school. NO MEDICATION WILL BE SENT HOME WITH A STUDENT.  Please stop by the office if you need to pick up the medication earlier.

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SMS Summer Baking Program 
June  16th – June 20th, 11AM-2PM

This summer there will be a one-week Summer Baking Program. Students will be making sweet and savory items such as Italian bread which we will turn into avocado toast and bruschetta! Classes are held Monday- Friday 11 am- 2 pm and are open to students entering 3rd – 8th grade! Current 8th grade students are welcome to join! 6 students will be allowed in the summer session.

The structure of the class is as follows: Students will receive a brief lesson on the daily topic while enjoying samples prepared by the Chef. They will then prep all needed ingredients for the day. Finally, students will bake what they’ve prepared during class.

Everything will be provided for new students! New students will receive a folder containing weekly recipes, measuring cups & spoons and a cake carrier. Returning students will receive weekly recipes and items to expand their baking kit. Students must bring their cake carrier and measuring cups & spoons previously received to class. *Classes will be held June 16th- June 20th 11 am- 2 pm!

If you are interested in signing up and did not receive a flyer, please check our website.

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Merion Mercy Academy offers many wonderful summer programs for girls in grades 6-9 as well as athletic summer programs such as field hockey on their new turf! For more information and to register, please see the brochure enclosed in today’s Family Envelope or click the link below.
Merion Mercy Summer Programs

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